Federico Chiesa affirmed that he has no intention of leaving Liverpool in the 2026 summer transfer window, despite prolonged speculation about his future after two seasons not as expected at Anfield.
Joining Liverpool from Juventus for a fee of about 10 million pounds in 2024, the Italian striker has not been able to affirm his position as he has only started twice in the Premier League. Under former coach Arne Slot, Chiesa often had to be friends with the bench and became a name constantly associated with the possibility of leaving.
However, the appearance of new coach Andoni Iraola is opening up new hope for the 28-year-old player. In the friendly match against Sunderland 4-2 at Nashville, Chiesa was arranged to play center forward instead of his familiar winger. He responded to the belief with a goal and an assist, making a great contribution to helping Liverpool have a positive start in the pre-season period.
After the match, Chiesa affirmed that he is completely focused on Liverpool and has not thought about finding a new destination.
Currently I am very happy at Liverpool. I love the club, love the fans and everything here. The only thing I think about right now is Liverpool" - Chiesa shared.
The Italian striker also said that Iraola wants him to take on the role of center forward in the new tactical system. The exchanges between the two teachers and students mainly revolve around pressing and tactical requirements, rather than his future at the club.
Chiesa admitted last season was a difficult time when he was not given many playing opportunities. However, he respects Arne Slot's decision and does not complain at all.
I always try my best. I want to play more but that's the coach's decision. He has his own plan and I respect it. That's football" - the Italian player said.
Stepping into the new season, Chiesa sees this as an opportunity to start over. He believes that the change on the coaching bench will bring more fair competition opportunities, and is ready to adapt to any position that Iraola requests.
Besides personal goals, Chiesa also emphasized that Liverpool needs to quickly regain their position after the disappointing 2025-2026 season. According to him, a team that once won the Premier League cannot be satisfied with only winning a ticket to the Champions League in the final round.
Liverpool deserves more than that. We must return to compete for big titles and that is the goal of the whole team this season" - Chiesa affirmed.
Chiesa's flexible movement, high-intensity pressing and finishing with both feet are suitable for the philosophy that the Spanish strategist is building. If he continues to take good advantage of opportunities in the pre-season period, Chiesa can completely change his position at Liverpool.
